Try To Be Kinder
April 16, 2014 by Dr. Ryan Niemiec ·
We all have moments that we remember where we think: “I could have been kinder to that person.” Use those moments as a reminder to be better… to be kinder. Read More
Are You Honest With Yourself?
April 9, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
Honesty is accurately representing your internal states, intentions, and commitments, both publicly and privately. The strength of honesty is often linked to self-concordance- the extent to which your goals accurately represent your implicit interests and values. Honesty allows people to take responsibility for their feelings and behaviors, owning them,... Read More
Best Friends
March 26, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
Today make it a priority to tell your best friend how much you appreciate them. Write him/her a letter of gratitude for their friendship and either call and read it over the phone or personally deliver the letter. This exercise has shown to boost the VIA strength of gratitude. Read More
How Do You Lead With Strengths?
February 28, 2014 by VIA Contributor ·
Today, focus on bringing out the best in those around you. What are their strengths that you can recognize? What are they doing right? When you do that, pay close attention to how they respond. Do they smile? Do they work harder? Are they more creative and more cooperative? Read More
Love Is A Strength Meant To Be Shared
February 28, 2014 by VIA Contributor ·
Love is a strength meant to be shared. Please share it generously. Read More
Humility Helps To Keep You Balanced
February 27, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
Humility is a strength that helps you to have a balanced and accurate view of yourself and your world. How do you use your humility strength in connecting with others? Read More
How Do You Teach Your Child About Curiosity?
February 21, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
By teaching our children about #curiosity , we are teaching them about using so many other #VIAstrengths as well. Did you know we have a VIA Survey for youth to learn about character strengths? Please visit our site to learn more. Read More
A Tip For Exercising Your Hope Strength
February 19, 2014 by VIA Contributor ·
Hope is VIA character strength. One way to exercise your strength is by documenting your past three achievements and letting them inspire your future. Read More
One Of The Greatest Ways To Practice Love Is To Share It
February 14, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
There are so many ways to show you care. What is one of your most meaningful gifts you have ever given or received? Read More
Happy Valentine’s Day!
February 14, 2014 by VIA Institute on Character ·
Today is Valentine’s Day and we are dedicating it to our VIA character strengths- #love, #gratitude and #hope. Read More